A man suspected of killing six people at a 4 July parade near Chicago planned the attack for weeks, police say.
Law enforcement believe that Robert Crimo III, 21, legally bought the high-powered rifle he used in the attack.
The suspect is believed to have disguised himself in women’s clothing to escape the scene with the fleeing crowd, officials added.
"We do believe [Highland Park shooter] Crimo pre-planned this attack for several weeks … The rifle was purchased in Illinois and the information we have thus far is that it appears to have been purchased legally."
— Lake County Sergeant Chris Covelli on July 4th mass shooting pic.twitter.com/k3oKey2FRX
— The Recount (@therecount) July 5, 2022
Lake County Sergeant Chris Covelli on July 4th mass shooting: "At this point, we have not developed a motive."
Reporter: "We've seen disturbing videos online, were warning signs missed?"
Covelli: "We are reviewing those … we'll look at them, and we'll see what they reveal." pic.twitter.com/fMmKuPMufj
— The Recount (@therecount) July 5, 2022
